Breakfast Cook​/Baker - North Slope, AK

The Baker/Breakfast Cook is responsible for producing baked goods and preparing the breakfast meal at the assigned remote camp on the North Slope of Alaska. Supervises kitchen staff, participates in ordering bakery and food items, monitors inventory, and ensures services are provided within established budgetary guidelines. Ensures adherence to the DUS HSE and Quality Assurance programs, HACCP, FDA food safety regulations, and Serv Safe procedures.

• Rotational
  
  Schedule:
  
  3 weeks on/3 weeks off or 2 weeks on/2 weeks off; varies by job site
• Work shifts: 12 hours/day (40 hrs straight time + 44 hrs OT per work week).
• Travel: Flights between Anchorage and the job site are arranged and paid for by the company
• Housing & Meals: Included (free)
• Point of hire: Anchorage, AK

JOB DUTIES

• Responsible for preparing the daily breakfast meal. May be responsible for preparing a night meal as needed.
• Supervise, train and direct kitchen staff.
• Use standard menus and recipes to achieve a high quality, appealing finished meal.
• Monitor food temperatures throughout the shift and during serving time.
• Assist with ordering and inventory as needed.
• Ensure kitchen and dining areas are clean and sanitized.
• Adhere to local, state, federal (and other regulatory agencies) standards, codes, and laws. Comply with company HACCP policies and procedures.
• Conserve nutrients and freshness of food items by adhering to quality and time limits for preparation and service of food.
• Assume active role in employee safety programs.
• Assure that all uniform rules are being followed by staff.
• Arrange special catering function setup as required by client.
• Promote, establish, and maintain a safe work environment for all employees & clients.
• Build and maintain good public relations with the clients, residents, and co-workers.
• Provide high level of customer service at all times.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.
• Willingness to perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 or more years of experience in quantity (from scratch) baking and food production
• Current Serv Safe certification
• Able to proficiently speak, read, understand and write English
• High level of customer service
• Maturity of judgment and behavior
• Reliable access to a smartphone capable of running apps for scheduling,
  timekeeping (clocking in/out), shift communications, and time-off requests
• Must be able to pass the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen, criminal background investigation, and a post-offer physical/functional capacity evaluation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior supervisory experience
• Culinary training from an accredited culinary institute, or management experience in high volume institutional type operations
• Certified Professional Food Manager
• State of Alaska Food Worker Card
• Previous experience in remote camps and/or related area of experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EXPECTATIONS

• Work is performed in a commercial kitchen within a remote camp
• Ability to remain on your feet for long shifts and perform repetitive physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work day or night shift.
• Must be comfortable living and working in a remote location with shared housing accommodations and communal facilities.
• Teamwork, reliability, and a positive attitude are essential
• Strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and conduct standards

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages and lots of overtime due to the 12-hour shift schedule
• Benefits: medical, dental & vision; 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and other
• Half a year off! The rotational schedule provides approximately 6 months off each year, offering significant time for rest, travel and personal commitments. Fill-in opportunities are available for employees who want to work extra time.
• Free camp housing & meals while on rotation
• Travel between Anchorage and the job site provided
• Opportunity to work in a unique and team-focused environment

Denali Universal Services (DUS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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